How to Install a Free Let’s Encrypt SSL Certificate in Webuzo

An SSL certificate encrypts the connection between your visitors and your website, shows the padlock in the address bar, and is expected by both customers and search engines. With Webuzo you can install one for free using Let’s Encrypt — no cost, no complicated paperwork.

Before you begin, make sure your domain already points to the server, since Let’s Encrypt verifies ownership by checking your live domain.

Install the certificate

1. Log in to your Webuzo Enduser Panel.
2. Open the SSL/TLS section (sometimes shown as Let’s Encrypt).
3. Select the domain (or subdomain) you want to secure.
4. Make sure both the domain and its www version are ticked.
5. Click Install (or Issue). Webuzo requests and installs the certificate for you.

Certificates renew automatically, so this is genuinely a set-and-forget task.

Turn on HTTPS everywhere

Installing the certificate does not force visitors onto the secure version — you should redirect all traffic to HTTPS next. Follow how to force HTTPS redirection in Webuzo to finish the job.

Want the background on how these certificates work? Our overview of installing a Let’s Encrypt SSL certificate explains the concept.

Frequently asked questions

Is Let’s Encrypt really free?

Yes, completely. It provides the same encryption as a paid certificate and is trusted by every major browser.

My certificate failed to issue. Why?

Usually the domain is not yet pointing to this server, or DNS has not finished updating — see DNS propagation. Confirm the domain loads from your server, then try again.

Do I need a separate certificate for each domain?

Yes — each domain, addon domain and subdomain needs its own certificate. Repeat these steps for each one.